2004 BMW 325 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 325 | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
